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Why is that when i lean on my arm for like 1 minute or more, i feel a heavy sensation over my chest?xrays & heart tests normal. is pressure the cause?
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Reassurance : Yes. It possible and reasonable explanation, because your tests are normal. Try to find position without pressing the arm.
Answered 9/9/2016
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Musculoskeletal: It does sound like it is due to the pressure and musculoskeletal in nature . Glad other tests normal!
Answered 9/10/2016
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